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1563 days ago

The NZ election is delayed until October 17

The Team Reporter from Stuff

Hey neighbours,

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.

Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an … View more
Hey neighbours,

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has delayed the 2020 election by a month, with the new polling day set for October 17.

Ardern has been under increasing pressure to delay the election, previously set for September 19, after Auckland was placed in a two-week lockdown due to an outbreak of Covid-19 in the community, leading to a halt in most political campaigning.

To read more about the new election date, click here.

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1563 days ago

Were you involved in the Pacific Collection Access Project (PCAP)? We’d love to hear your thoughts!

The Team from Auckland Museum

The Pacific Collection Access Project (PCAP) was a three-year project focused on increasing knowledge on, and access to Auckland Museum’s Pacific collection through creating stronger connections with Auckland’s diverse Pacific communities. Moana Research are undertaking an independent … View moreThe Pacific Collection Access Project (PCAP) was a three-year project focused on increasing knowledge on, and access to Auckland Museum’s Pacific collection through creating stronger connections with Auckland’s diverse Pacific communities. Moana Research are undertaking an independent evaluation on the impact of the project. Your feedback is very important. Please let us know what you think about PCAP and your engagement with the Auckland Museum throughout the duration of the project.

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1566 days ago

Coronavirus: Auckland remaining at alert level 3 until August 26

The Team Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi neighbours,

Have you heard the news? Auckland will remain in level 3, while the rest of the country will remain at level 2 until midnight Wednesday, August 26 – an additional 12 days.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the approach is “short, but precautionary”. Extending the … View more
Hi neighbours,

Have you heard the news? Auckland will remain in level 3, while the rest of the country will remain at level 2 until midnight Wednesday, August 26 – an additional 12 days.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the approach is “short, but precautionary”. Extending the restrictions for an additional 12 days is the same length of the virus’ incubation period, director-general of health Dr Ashley Bloomfield said.

To read more about what this means for Auckland, click here

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1564 days ago

2degrees Shop Local is back for another year

2degrees

How could $20,000 help your business? 2degrees Shop Local is back for another year, with five $20,000 advertising packages up for grabs for local businesses.

With more Kiwis choosing to keep it local, and shop local, let us know how that money could help your business. Enter at … View more
How could $20,000 help your business? 2degrees Shop Local is back for another year, with five $20,000 advertising packages up for grabs for local businesses.

With more Kiwis choosing to keep it local, and shop local, let us know how that money could help your business. Enter at 2degrees.nz/shoplocal
Find out more

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1564 days ago

A message from Harmony Circle

Paula from Snells Beach & Mahurangi East

What a beautiful weekend we’ve had to enjoy!
Well… it goes without saying (a phrase that makes me smile as it often precedes what’s going to be said anyway!) that Harmony Circle gatherings certainly won’t be happening whilst at Level 3. Therefore, consider all the wonderful stuff that was … View more
What a beautiful weekend we’ve had to enjoy!
Well… it goes without saying (a phrase that makes me smile as it often precedes what’s going to be said anyway!) that Harmony Circle gatherings certainly won’t be happening whilst at Level 3. Therefore, consider all the wonderful stuff that was planned over the next couple of weeks to be on hold for now (to still be done at a time when we can though!).
It will all be reassessed once we know what's happening from the 26th August onward.
In the meantime, we’ll keep everyone updated either via the bi-weekly newsletter or updated emails.
Not on the email list but would like to be kept in the loop? Get in touch via email or text (see the end of the post) and we can add you to it.

A thought…
No matter your views on this time now, it still is.
We have a choice in every single given moment on how we think and what we do.
The only question to be asked is - Is what I'm doing/feeling right now making me feel good about/within myself?
If the answer isn’t yes, and quite understandably for many in these times is may not be, then please try and focus, if only for a moment, on something that does make you feel good, or makes you smile….. even if for the briefest of moments.
Stress, worry and anxiety have a huge impact on our well-being, stay mindful of keeping that balanced with some good stuff too.
Hugs to to you all 💜💜💜
warkworthharmonycircle@gmail.com or 027 239 9182

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1566 days ago

Bring out the best in your home with Resene!

Resene

Get 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primer and sealers 10L. Plus buy 1 Resene testpot 60ml-80ml get 1 free!

Offer available for Resene DIY Cardholders at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers from 12 August – 7 September 2020. If you don’t have a card … View more
Get 25% off Resene premium paints, wood stains, primer and sealers 10L. Plus buy 1 Resene testpot 60ml-80ml get 1 free!

Offer available for Resene DIY Cardholders at Resene owned ColorShops and participating resellers from 12 August – 7 September 2020. If you don’t have a card sign up free online or while you’re in store.
Get your card

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1566 days ago

St CHADS HUGE GARAGE SALE POSTPONED

Grant from Red Beach

The St Chads HUGE GARAGE SALE at 117 Centreway Road Orewa on Saturday 15th August has been postponed due to COVID 19 Alert Level 3. We will hold Garage Sale when we return to Alert Level 1.
Stay Home, Be kind to one another. Keep Safe. Wash your Hands.

Kia Kaha. Lots of prayers and Aroha

Negotiable

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1566 days ago

Remote Cooking: Lockdown 2.0

New Zealand School of Food & Wine

So here we are again, cooking from home, as we swing back to lessons learned from Lockdown 1.
Choux Pastry transformed into Profiteroles with crème Chantilly and eclairs with pastry cream and rich chocolate ganache.

Take a look at these great examples of Choux Pastry transformed into Profiteroles… View more
So here we are again, cooking from home, as we swing back to lessons learned from Lockdown 1.
Choux Pastry transformed into Profiteroles with crème Chantilly and eclairs with pastry cream and rich chocolate ganache.

Take a look at these great examples of Choux Pastry transformed into Profiteroles with creme Chantilly and eclairs with pastry cream and rich chocolate ganache.

Link below for the recipe and the full story.

1566 days ago

Did you know it's time to get eggplants started?

Mei Leng Wong Reporter from NZ Gardener & Get Growing

In this week’s issue we say August is the ideal time to sow eggplants. Plus keep your guard up against cold weather, choose flowers to grow from seed, get a move on with chillies and capsicums, start sowing basil and trick coriander seedlings.

Follow our guide to spring soil preparation and … View more
In this week’s issue we say August is the ideal time to sow eggplants. Plus keep your guard up against cold weather, choose flowers to grow from seed, get a move on with chillies and capsicums, start sowing basil and trick coriander seedlings.

Follow our guide to spring soil preparation and nominate a gardening hero for Ryman Healthcare Gardener of the Year. Plus go in the draw for $35 vouchers from Awapuni Nurseries and sensational new peace lilies from Gellert’s.

Delivered every Friday to your email inbox, Get Growing digital magazine offers seasonal gardening advice from the NZ Gardener magazine's team of experts. Each week we answer all your burning questions on raising fruit and veges and tell you the top tasks to do in your backyard this weekend. Subscribe here:

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1567 days ago

Why do Auckland trains have to go slow for six months?

Todd Niall Reporter from Auckland Stuff

Hi Neighbours, Auckland trains will be less frequent and travel slower for six months while Kiwirail urgently repairs and replaces nearly half of the city's tracks. Will this affect you? Read the story below:

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1567 days ago

Have you found your street eerily empty?

Kendall Hutt Reporter from Rodney Times

Hi neighbours. Auckland is on day two of alert level 3 lockdown and the city centre's streets are empty again. Are the streets empty or emptier than they normally are where you are? Have you found this eerie? Are you doing anything to make your street more lively, such as reviving teddy bear … View moreHi neighbours. Auckland is on day two of alert level 3 lockdown and the city centre's streets are empty again. Are the streets empty or emptier than they normally are where you are? Have you found this eerie? Are you doing anything to make your street more lively, such as reviving teddy bear hunts or making your fence an artwork?

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1567 days ago

Are granny flats a good retirement option?

Mikaela Wilkes Reporter from Homed

Hi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. We're doing a story on what granny flats are like as a housing option in retirement. For those of you that are either living in a granny flat, or are the family who built/bought a granny flat to add to your property for an elder family … View moreHi everyone, I'm Mikaela, a Stuff Homed reporter. We're doing a story on what granny flats are like as a housing option in retirement. For those of you that are either living in a granny flat, or are the family who built/bought a granny flat to add to your property for an elder family member, we'd like to hear about why a granny flat was right for you. What was the process of getting one and learning to live together like? If you're happy to share your story and be featured in the article, please email mikaela.wilkes@stuff.co.nz or let us know in the comments below, your message may be used in our story.

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